Description

Lightweight, packable, weather-resistant insulation

Long-distance riders can encounter a full range of weather conditions, so a lightweight layer that is both warm and packable is essential. The Brevet Insulated Jacket provides exceptional warmth, while highly breathable Polartec® Alpha® insulation ensures you won’t overheat during harder efforts. Extensively tested across a range of conditions: from the Transcontinental race across Europe, to the cold summits of Australia’s snowy mountains.

This versatile jacket is made for days when the weather is hard to predict. The fast-drying and hydrophobic properties of Polartec® Alpha® mean the jacket won’t hold water like natural down insulation and with a DWR (durable water repellent) coating you can watch the rain roll off.

Soft, brushed jersey side panels add warmth and allow the jacket to stretch over full pockets, while reflective detailing increases visibility in low light. When not in use the jacket rolls up neatly, secured by an elasticated loop at the neck.

Polartec® Alpha® was engineered as an active insulation to regulate core body temperatures during both dynamic and static activities. This ‘adaptive’ breathability helps to eliminate the need for shedding or adding layers while on the move, making it ideal for cycling.

By keeping moisture vapour moving freely through the fabric, it increases overall air exchange and drastically speeds up dry times, providing thermal regulated comfort. Polartec® Alpha® is also highly compressible, made with a stable core that prevents ‘fibre migration’ to keep a uniform consistency, even after heavy wear and repeated laundering.

Reviews

“Rapha's Brevet collection continues to grow and gain popularity with cyclists keen on going the distance or just boosting their visibility in low light, and the new Insulated Jacket with its excellent Polartec Alpha insulation is a particularly fine addition to the range.”★★★★☆ David Arthur, Road.cc »

Details and Materials

Quick-drying and hydrophobic Polartec® Alpha® insulation for warmth in all conditions

Self-storing (folds into band at neck) for easy packing

DWR (durable water repellent) coating ensures that you stay dry in wet weather

Rated 5 out of
5 by
JB66 from
Surpassed ExpectationsBought a month ago because I wanted something warm, water repellent, and wind proof for the wintry conditions we currently have. When it turned up I was a little sceptical. It’s incredible light, very thin, and looks as though its not up to job as advertised. However, I was wrong, very wrong. I’ve worn it twice now, once in in temps of 2-4c, with a windchill of -2, and again this weekend just gone where the windchill was approx -4. I had a merino base layer and a merino long sleeved cycle top under it, and it kept me perfectly warm, dry and you just don’t notice the wind at all. You do need, in my opinion, a neck warmer with it and for some it might be a little on the short side, but thats because it can ride up at the front. It looks good, fits true to size for me (184cm & 78kg) as a large, and is just about perfect for this time of year!!

Date published: 2018-02-14

Rated 5 out of
5 by
MichaelCJ from
Nice and Light!Love this jacket it is warm yet super light. However, be careful with the sizing as there is very little stretch in the brevet section in the chest unlike some of the other jackets and jerseys that I have bought. If you rely on some stretch in the chest for a good fit, go a size up because you wont get much stretch in this jacket.

Date published: 2018-02-16

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Ipatt from
Light, breathable and insulatedI purchased this jacket about a month ago and couldnt be happier. The fit is great and its very compact. Its surprisingly water resistant and really stands up to the cool temperatures here in Canada. Worth every penny!

Date published: 2018-02-23

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jimbo_C from
Excellent JacketBought this for winter morning rides a month ago. Perfect for 0-15 degrees C range... just need to layer underneath accordingly. Great insulation in the right areas. Proportions for arm/ chest/ back length perfect for on the bike fit. Doesn’t get too hot since a simple unzip let’s cool air flow. I’m a medium fit 177cm and 68kg (150lb) and fit is true to size. Has been my go to morning ride jacket.

Date published: 2018-07-09

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mtbphil from
Awesome jacketI wear this over a merino base layer and a gillet with pockets and its all the layers you need on a cold / windy day. Not test how shower proof it is yet but I've done a few long, hard rides and its wicked away sweat and kept me comfortable all day. Highly, highly recommend

Date published: 2018-04-02

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Anonymous from
Great jacketIt was my first purchase in Rapha store. Jacket was bought three weeks ago and after two medium distance rides I can say I wouldn’t imagine better jacket for spring rides with temperature ~ 5-10 C. Morover it perfectly match to my black Canyon. I am pretty sure that I’ll come back here for more cycling clothes.

Date published: 2018-03-25

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Shandy from
Great jacketWindproof, water repellent and packs nice and small

Date published: 2018-02-21

Rated 3 out of
5 by
Anonymous from
good jacketi bought it one week ago, it's a nice a good jacket but it's too thick if you want to put it in the pocket of the jersey. Sorry for my english

Is there a recommended temperature range for this jacket?

Asked by: MeowCat

Hi, as we all regulate temperature differently it is hard to advice on the temperature range for individuals and differing exertion levels will also affect its properties. Though we suggest this jacket to be most suitable for temperatures of just up to 10&deg; and below.

Answered by: Rapha_SR

Date published: 2019-01-22

Is the brevet warmer than the pro insulated jacket?

Asked by: Mark RR

Hi, The Brevet Insulated Jacket is a great piece of kit which will keep you warm but it has ventilation mesh sides and this means the Pro Team Insulated Jacket will be warmer.

Answered by: Rapha_SR

Date published: 2018-05-01

Hi, my chest measurement is 100 cm. Does an M fit me or should I go for an L?
Thanks

Asked by: Slow2000

Hi, we believe a Medium should fit you as this does have a slightly more relaxed fit and should you need to exchange or refund, we have a 90 days return period for new/unused garments with tags and in saleable condition.

Answered by: Rapha_SR

Date published: 2018-03-28

Do you plan to offer more colors?

Asked by: ToVes

Hi, every year we offer new colour ranges on our most popular garments. Unfortunately we are unable to divulge information prior to each release but information will be made available to all via our marketing emails and social media pages, so it is always good to sign up for our marketing emails.